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2008 Volvo S40 FWD

The 2008 Volvo S40 FWD is a sedan. It has a 2.4-litre five-cylinder engine producing 220 hp (164 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).

2008 Volvo S40 FWD
2008
Year
2,400 cc
Engine
220 hp
Power
Automatic (S5)
Trans.
Petrol
Fuel

ABOUT THE 2008 VOLVO S40 FWD

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 10, 2026.

SPECS

Make Volvo Model S40 FWD
Year 2008 Version / Trim Volvo 2008 S40 FWD
Body Style Sedan Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Ice White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Silver Metallic, Titanium Grey Metallic, Magic Blue Metallic, Barents Blue Metallic, Passion Red, Electric Silver Metallic
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Sweden
Drive Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Transmission Automatic (S5)
Engine 2.4L 5-cyl Engine Size 2,400 cc
Power 220 hp / 164 kW Torque 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 8.0 sec Top Speed 130 mph (209 km/h)
Fuel Economy 20 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,640 mm Kerb Weight 1,365 kg (3,009 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SEDANS

Compared with other 2008 sedans in our database, its 220 hp is 19% less than the average 2008 sedan (272 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds slower than average, and it is 15% lighter than the typical sedan.

2008 Volvo S40 FWDAverage 2008 sedansDifference
Power 220 hp 272 hp (99 cars) -19%
Torque 320 Nm 336 Nm (99 cars) -5%
0–60 mph 8.0 s 7.2 s (98 cars) +12%
Top speed 130 mph 136 mph (98 cars) -4%
Kerb weight 1,365 kg 1,602 kg (117 cars) -15%
Engine size 2,400 cc 3,309 cc (117 cars) -27%

Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.

CLOSEST RIVALS

Other 2008 sedans with similar power to the 2008 Volvo S40 FWD.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2008 Volvo S40 FWD 220 hp 8.0 s 1,365 kg
2008 Ford Crown Victoria FFV 224 hp — 1,784 kg
2008 BMW 328i 230 hp 6.2 s 1,565 kg
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 210 hp 7.5 s 1,525 kg
2008 Jaguar X-Type 230 hp 8.0 s 1,595 kg
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OTHER YEARS OF THE VOLVO S40 FWD

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start